C/D Overview:

We consider this to be the original SUV. And although it has been modernized over the decades since World War II, the Wrangler remains true to its muddy roots. The two-door version of the model looks just like those that came before, but the four-door Unlimited is a first.

Base Price: $20,205 - $28,765

Highs

Mountain-goat off-road skills; can be a cheap runabout, an RV tow-behind, or a serious off-roader, depending on model.

Lows

Off-road ability comes at expense of desirable on-road traits such as a smooth, quiet ride and agile handling.